Citizens is giving away $55,000 in scholarships annually

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Questions? We have answers.

How do I enter, and can I enter multiple times?

Fill out the form above and submit. Your entry will carry over month to month, but if you want to increase your chances of winning during the sweepstakes period, you can enter once each month.

What happens if I win?

You'll be contacted via email and/or phone. Scholarship money will be paid directly to your school. See Official Rules for entry periods and drawing dates.

Who is eligible to win?

For the monthly drawings and annual grand prize winner, high school seniors 18 years and older who will be enrolled in college within one (1) year of winning an award, plus undergrads, grad students and parents or legal guardians of any of those students are eligible to win.

Is there a scholarship for underrepresented and underserved communities?

Yes! Students and parents who meet the required criteria are eligible for the $2,500 quarterly Citizens Building the Workforce of the Future Scholarship. See Official Rules for details.

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Congratulations to Alexis, the Citizens Scholarship winner!

"Winning the Citizens grand prize scholarship has helped me tremendously. It's also reminded me to be grateful and patient - you never know what good is waiting for you!" - Alexis Amos

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The Citizens Scholarship Sweepstakes is open to legal residents in the following United States and U.S. Territories: AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, AS, GU, MP, PR, TT, VI